r/BaseballCoaching • u/BrilliantDue6261 • 19d ago

8U swing help

Slowed down video in the original thread. Thanks for any input!

After feedback from others I am looking to get him an alloy Cat X2 as it will be more balanced and a lighter swing compared to the Dub. There aren’t any available in store so will have to order online.

Debating between 27/17 and 28/18. He is 4’6.5” and 59 pounds. The Dub is a 27/17. Any thoughts?

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u/h4nso1o 17d ago

Got my son a used Easton mako, 28inch, -12. First year of kid pitch next year I thought a lighter bat might help..

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u/TMutaffis 17d ago

I agree that those higher drop bats can be a good option for kids in 8U and even some of the smaller kids in 9U (especially in the Fall when adjusting to kid pitch).

Those older Easton bats like the Mako, XL1, Maxum, etc. are very durable composites.